Senior Bookkeeper - Part-Time

Furlonger Associates is a fast growing, high-energy, small business accounting firm providing bookkeeping, accounting, payroll, taxation and advisory services to small businesses and their owners. Since our inception in 2003, we have proudly grown through positive word-of-mouth referrals from satisfied and successful clients. We are proud of our enviable client retention rates and work diligently to keep client satisfaction as a focal point of our efforts.

Our clients include a broad range of industries such as owner/managed businesses, professionals, service firms, hospitality, retailers and manufacturers. Our ideal candidate will play a pivotal role in assisting our clients reach their goals of growth through effective file management. We take care of the numbers so that the client can focus on the business!

Responsibilities:

• Complete monthly bookkeeping tasks for a wide range of businesses from client-supplied records, including: accounts payable and accounts receivable management, bank and credit card reconciliations and payroll processing
• Prepare and submit Payroll Source Deductions, WSIB, HST, EHT and Records of Employment
• Preparation of month-end financial statements
• Preparation of personal tax returns. tax slips and summaries (T1, T4 and T5 slips)
• Diagnose problems related to bookkeeping workflows, develop solutions and communicate with clients
• Professional communication with clients and government agencies
• Work within time budgets, monitor progress to budget and meet deadlines
• Report progress of engagements to the Bookkeeping Management Team on a regular basis

Qualifications & Requirements:

• Diploma or certificate in an accounting-related field
• Previous experience working in an accounting firm preferred
• Proficiency in QuickBooks Online and QuickBooks Desktop; experience with DT Max, ProFile, VohCom and Dext are all assets
• Skilled in Microsoft Excel, Word and Outlook. comfortable with video conferencing platforms
• Adaptable to new technologies in a fast-paced environment
• Ability to work independently, within a team and across multiple departments
• Clear understanding of a client-centric environment, ensuring timely service and meeting of deadlines
• Desire to learn, develop and grow into new opportunities
• Aptitude for juggling multiple projects and prioritizing workflow

Salary is commensurate with experience.

Hybrid/Fully Remote Opportunity

The ideal candidate will be available to work in a hybrid-remote capacity if they are local to the area, or a fully remote capacity if they are not. In order to qualify for a fully remote, part-time position, the successful candidate must have a thorough understanding and implementation of time management skills and practices.

Why Work for Furlonger Associates?

We are a dynamic team environment that is built on shared success, opportunities for growth and helping our associates achieve their personal & professional goals. We offer flexible hours, hybrid work schedules and a comprehensive benefits package. We host quarterly staff events, offer a compressed workweek during the summer months, and lots of fun (and food!) during the tax season crunch – we can’t wait to hear from you!

Job Type: Part-time

Salary: $23.00-$27.00 per hour

Expected hours: 15 – 25 per week

Benefits:

• Casual dress
• Company events
• Dental care
• Employee assistance program
• Life insurance
• On-site parking
• Paid time off
• Tuition reimbursement
• Vision care
• Work from home

Flexible Language Requirement:

• French not required

Schedule:

• Monday to Friday

Supplemental pay types:

• Bonus pay

Experience:

• QuickBooks: 3 years (required)
• Bookkeeping: 5 years (required)
• accounting firm: 2 years (preferred)

Work Location: Hybrid remote in London, ON N6B 1L6